Free Ground Control Point (GCP) Sample - CompassData, Inc.

Download Your Free Ground Control Points (GCPs) Sample Dataset

Explore the quality and accuracy of CompassData’s trusted GCP archive—used by top mapping professionals worldwide.

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What’s Included?

This free sample includes:

  • Certified Ground Control Points (GCPs)
  • Coordinate metadata (UTM and Geographic)
  • Sample imagery footprint
  • Accuracy documentation

Why CompassData?

With over 20 years of global experience, CompassData provides precise, survey-grade ground control points used in mapping, satellite imagery, and GIS workflows. Our data is trusted by USGS, NOAA, FEMA, and private sector clients across industries.

  • 80,000+ GCPs in Our Global Archive: One of the largest commercially available libraries of ground control—spanning all continents and ready for immediate delivery.
  • Survey-Grade Accuracy, Guaranteed: Each point is professionally collected and verified using Trimble-certified GPS equipment and workflows aligned with ASPRS standards.
  • Trusted by Industry Leaders: Our clients include FEMA, NOAA, USGS, NASA, and private-sector leaders in energy, telecom, construction, and mapping.
  • Ready-to-Use & Customizable: Whether you're validating satellite imagery, calibrating LiDAR, or improving GIS accuracy, our GCPs integrate seamlessly with your workflow.
  • Fast Delivery, Global Reach: Instantly access archive data or request new GCP collections anywhere on Earth, even in the most remote or restricted areas.

See the CompassData difference—download your free GCP sample today.

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